Tag Archives: Myanmar

Hello All, Welcome to another edition of ‘What’s the Deal’, the blog that has yet to cross the mighty Irawaddy. In this post, we re-examine familiar terrain in Myanmar (which was covered back in 2012) in regards to relations between … Continue reading →

Hello All! Welcome to another edition of “What’s the Deal?” the blog that views global news through a historical lens (not bifocals). In this week’s blog, we’ll discuss the hoopla surrounding the parliamentary elections in Myanmar (the country formerly known … Continue reading →

I am a historian and writer who wants to bring to light current events through a historical perspective.
It is difficult to understand today's current events without having a grasp of what has occurred before. This is a running thread to help keep people informed about the present and remind everyone to not forget their past.
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